TCS RESULTS
Sensex closes at highest level since Mideast war began, Nifty ends near 25,300. More gains ahead?
The Indian stock market rallied sharply on Thursday, with Sensex crossing 82,200 and Nifty surpassing 25,350 for the first time since the Middle East conflict began in late February. The gains added over ₹3 lakh crore to the combined market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies.
Why did market rally today? Sensex ends 1,718 pts higher, Nifty reclaims 25,000 as D-Street concludes bumper week. 4 factors behind today’s gains
In a surprising turn of events on Friday, both Sensex and Nifty soared by more than 2%, contrasting with the downturn seen in global markets. This upward movement was sparked by a historic influx of share purchases by foreign investors, emphasizing their belief in India's financial potential. Mahindra & Mahindra shone bright with robust earnings information, though broader markets faced challenges.
D-St defies Asia rout! Sensex surges 1,500 pts, Nifty tops 24,900 as Diwali fireworks continue. What's ahead?
The Indian stock market defied global trends by experiencing gains, with Sensex and Nifty both rising up to 1% today. While international markets struggled, Indian equities benefitted from significant foreign investments. Mahindra & Mahindra led the charge in share price increases, although Nifty Smallcap and Midcap trended downwards. Analysts foresee ongoing strength in large-cap stocks, supported by robust earnings, and technical insights that may steer upcoming trading tactics.
AI selloff hits India too: TD Power, HFCL, Sterlite, other power capex-linked stocks crash up to 15%
Indian power capex and AI-linked stocks tumbled as a global technology sell-off spread across markets, with TD Power and Thermax plunging 15% each. Concerns that US midterm election results could slow data centre expansion and AI infrastructure spending triggered sharp losses across Asian technology stocks and domestic market-linked companies.
Midterm results may slow US visa curbs, but no quick relief likely for IT
The opposition party’s takeover of both chambers of US Congress is expected to bring greater scrutiny of the administration’s policy decisions, potentially slowing further restrictions, industry experts told ET. However, any improvement in sentiment is unlikely to translate quickly into higher hiring or technology spending.
Sensex jumps 383 points, Nifty closes above 23,950 as benchmark indices scale 2-month highs. What lies ahead?
The Indian stock market has surged, with both Sensex and Nifty climbing to their highest points in two months. As investors keep a keen eye on outcomes from the US midterm elections, which could influence international exchanges, major sectors such as Realty and FMCG have thrived. There's a marked increase in buying from foreign institutional investors, suggesting renewed confidence in large-cap stocks.
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IT firms turn to acquisitions to boost revenue growth
The contribution rose to $147-148 million in the July-September period, reflecting a full quarter of consolidation. The acquisition has therefore become a significant part of the firm’s reported revenue base.
NYC Marathon 2026 results: Sweden’s Andreas Almgren stuns on debut, Sheila Chepkirui wins women’s title for second time
On November 1, the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon set the streets abuzz as nearly 60,000 runners hit the pavement. Swedish newcomer Andreas Almgren clinched victory in the men's category, while Kenya's Sheila Chepkirui triumphed again in the women's race. The marathon's scenic course traversed all five boroughs, offering participants an unforgettable journey amidst a carefully structured staggered start, further solidifying the marathon's prestigious reputation in the athletics world.
Why did market fall today? Sensex falls 353 points, Nifty closes below 22,700 despite Jio’s solid debut; 4 triggers spooking D-Street
In a challenging session, the Indian stock market dipped into the red due to increased oil prices and a slump in IT stocks. Jio Platforms’ promising launch couldn't counter the broader fears stemming from escalating conflicts in the Middle East. Major indices dropped sharply, impacted by worries about inflation and fluctuating bond yields.
IT firms navigate peak pessimism by prioritising growth in stable Q2
Analysts said that artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a significant revenue driver for the majority of Indian IT companies. However, they cautioned that near-term prospects remain muted due to pricing pressure and AI-driven deflation in traditional services.
Ather rides to profit; Pronto's US AI play
Ather Energy swung to profit in the July-September quarter. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
AI services lift IT companies’ Q2 earnings: TCS doubles YoY intake, Infy reports 29% QoQ rise
The latest quarterly results from India's leading IT companies demonstrate remarkable growth, primarily driven by the surge in artificial intelligence services. Tata Consultancy Services saw its AI revenue double year-over-year, and both HCLTech and Infosys reported significant increases in profits and revenues. Wipro took a more cautious approach, not disclosing AI figures but emphasizing transformation for its clients through AI solutions.
Nifty risks 21,500, HDFC Bank eyes ₹640, IT rally shows fatigue: Anand James
Indian equities could face another leg of weakness unless the Nifty reclaims 22,800 early next week, with the index strategist Anand James warning that a break below the 22,000–22,070 support zone could open the way towards 21,500. He also sees HDFC Bank’s long-term bullish structure as broken, with the stock vulnerable to ₹640, while the recent IT rebound appears more like a relief rally than a durable sector rotation.
Swiggy may rebound to Rs 190, but charts do not signal a trend reversal: LKP’s Vatsal Bhuva
LKP Securities’ Vatsal Bhuva sees continued downside risks for Nifty and Bank Nifty, while identifying potential rebounds in Swiggy and HDFC Bank. He also recommends Oriental Hotels and Apollo Hospitals, citing improving technical indicators and favourable chart setups.
F1's India comeback is gathering speed, but the road to the starting grid is far from clear
Formula 1’s return to Africa has revived hopes of an Indian Grand Prix comeback, with talks involving Formula One Management, the Adani Group and the government gaining momentum. The bigger challenge is not convincing F1 of India’s market potential but fixing the tax, customs and policy problems that drove the race out in 2013, while finding space on an already crowded calendar.
Infosys guidance shock may hit stock despite numbers bounce
Infosys released its quarterly results, showing good revenue growth and stable operating margins. However, the management reduced the annual revenue guidance due to competitive pressures. The company secured a significant $2 billion deal, boosting its total contract value to $5.2 billion. Despite positive performance from some sectors, weaknesses in others contributed to the cautious outlook. The market response led to a rise in the stock price, affecting valuation metrics.
Infosys shares jump 3% ahead of Q2 earnings announcement. What to expect?
Infosys shares rose on Friday ahead of the IT major’s Q2 FY27 results, with analysts expecting an 11% year-on-year rise in revenue and an 8% increase in net profit. Investors will track management commentary on client spending, large deal wins and AI-led pricing pressure, alongside the company’s full-year revenue growth guidance.
₹4 lakh crore rally, ₹6,500 crore FII buying: Are IT stocks finally making a comeback?
Indian IT stocks experienced a notable market value recovery of approximately ₹3.87 lakh crore in October. Foreign investors invested around ₹6,463 crore in the IT sector during the third quarter. The Nifty IT index rose about 17 percent in October after a previous decline of roughly 20 percent. Analysts caution that despite selective buying, the sector faces a challenging earnings environment ahead.
Rs 8 lakh crore selloff! Sensex plunges 1,400 points from day’s peak as bulls lose steam; 3 triggers
On Wednesday, the Indian stock market saw a significant decline after an initial rise in the morning. Sensex and Nifty both climbed nearly 1% early on, reaching highs of 74,682 and 23,121 respectively. However, the market reversed course in the afternoon session, with selling pressure mounting. By the end of the day, Sensex dropped around 1,400 points from day's high, while Nifty fell below the 22,700 level.
Why is market rising today? Sensex jumps 800 points, Nifty above 23,050. 5 key factors behind D-Street rebound
The Sensex and Nifty rallied nearly 1% as strong Q2 earnings, gains in IT stocks, rupee appreciation and attractive largecap valuations lifted sentiment. However, elevated crude oil prices and rising bond yields remain key risks. Analysts expect market movements to remain stock-specific and driven by corporate earnings.
Missed reversal in IT stocks? Jefferies gives 3 ideas with up to 50% re-rating potential
Jefferies sees further valuation upside in Indian IT stocks despite a muted sector growth outlook. Infosys and TCS offer over 20% rerating potential, while Sagility could deliver more than 50% in a best-case scenario. The brokerage raised target prices for Infosys and TCS, citing scope for growth expectations to stabilise.
Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday
Indian markets plunged on Monday as the Sensex fell nearly 900 points and the Nifty dropped below 22,900, wiping out nearly Rs 5 lakh crore in market value. Private bank selling, weak global cues and earnings uncertainty weighed on sentiment.
LTM boss sees short-tenure AI deals fuelling quicker revenue boost in H2
Deal closures are also at an inflection point with LTM's sales teams targeting AI deals that are shorter tenured but generate revenue quicker, Lambu told ET in an interview a day after India's sixth largest IT services company reported its second quarter results.
Company townhall and results can tell 2 different tales; here's what to check if you are worried about your next hike or promotion
Keep manager’s reassurance and employer’s financials apart, says Devashish Chakravarty. Every three months, listed companies must disclose important events to the stock exchange and most of them explain their numbers to analysts. Long before you find an email from your HR, the company has already announced its hiring freeze or restructuring plans in its earnings call.
RIL nears technical breakout amid Jio IPO buzz: Anand James shares the outlook
Reliance Industries shares are showing early signs of a technical turnaround as investor attention remains focused on the planned Jio Platforms IPO. The stock has moved above its 10-day simple moving average for consecutive sessions for the first time since early September, while a broadening-wedge pattern is nearing an upside breakout. However, the recovery faces a key test near ₹1,220. Anand James, Chief Market Strategist at Geojit Investments, said the resistance could limit the immediate upside even as momentum indicators point to a maturing reversal setup.
Software majors add more hands in Q2 on deal wins, growth optimism
Data showed the top six had added a net 5,500 to their rolls in the April-June quarter. Employee data of Infosys, the country’s second-largest software exporter, isn’t included in these calculations as the company is due to announce earnings on October 23 and hasn’t shared its latest manpower data.
IT's time to celebrate when chips are down; Nifty IT soars 11.7% to log biggest weekly rally since 2008
The Indian IT sector experienced an impressive surge, achieving its highest weekly increase in 18 years, driven by unexpectedly strong quarterly results from companies like HCLTech. The Nifty IT index jumped 11.7%, amidst falling semiconductor stock prices in Asia. Furthermore, the rupee showed notable strength, closing below the 95-mark for the first time in 38 days, reflecting the effective measures implemented by the Reserve Bank of India.
TCS dividend alert! Last day to buy IT major's shares for Rs 12 dividend
The company last week declared the interim dividend, along with the Q2 results that kickstarted the September quarter earnings season for the IT sector. The latest dividend comes after TCS paid an interim dividend of Rs 12 per share to its shareholders in July.
TCS shares rally 6% in 2 sessions after Q2 results. What are technicals indicating for the IT major?
TCS reported a 15% year-on-year rise in consolidated net profit to Rs 13,884 crore and declared an interim dividend of Rs 12 per share.
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